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Islam Makhachev Teases UFC Retirement, Seeks Top Contenders for Farewell Run

Islam Makhachev Teases UFC Retirement, Seeks Top Contenders for Farewell Run
World Sports · 17:29:58 - Tuesday, 10 November 2026

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has hinted at a potential retirement from mixed martial arts, stating he wants to face the best contenders in what could be his final stretch in the sport. The Dagestani fighter, who has dominated the 155-pound division, suggested his future fights would be against top-ranked opponents as he considers stepping away from competition.

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